Open Water Diver

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program. When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

If you can't decide which specialty programs are best for you, join the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver program! You will try Deep Diving and Navigation as well as 3 other specialty areas before deciding on a full specialty training. It's a great way to experience what Advanced Open Water Diver training is all about and how valuable it can be for your diving adventures. During the Advanced Open Water Diver program you will learn 5 different specialties by completing one open water training dive per specialty after a detailed briefing with your SSI Instructor. This program gives you complete freedom to explore everything. You can complete the entire specialty training at any time and receive credit for your Advanced Open Water Diver training.

Our speedboat Haida will take you to the legendary Richelieu Rock in less than 2 hours. Upon arrival, you will board our newly renovated dive catamaran MC Stingray, where you can enjoy the comfort and relaxed atmosphere before your underwater adventure begins. MC Stingray’s wide build guarantees stability in the water and provides an expansive dive deck in combination with a covered sun deck area to enjoy the ocean breeze. Sea Bees service on our day trip boats includes a personal water bottle (free refill all day long) and unlimited soft drinks. Of course, lunch is also served on board. Maximum Depth: 35 meters Visibility: 15–30 meters Skill Level: Advanced (Advanced Open Water recommended) Underwater Profile: Pinnacles and steep walls with strong currents, spectacular swim-throughs and caves Highlights: Famous for its incredible biodiversity – often encounters with whale sharks, manta rays, and large pelagics Marine Life: Colorful soft corals, schools of tropical fish, reef sharks, and large pelagic species Items that are included in the price. - Transfer from and to your hotel in Khao Lak (between Bangsak Beach and Khao Lak Beach ) - Lunch - Fresh fruits - Coffee, Tea - Water and Soft Drinks Items that are not included in the price. - Transfers from areas outside central Khao Lak - Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on board after the last dive) - Similan National Park Fee per day (subject to change): - Diver: 700 Baht - Rental equipment (Full Set 750 Baht per day)

Our speedboat Haida will take you to the world-famous Koh Tachai in less than 2 hours. Upon arrival, you will board our newly renovated dive catamaran MC Stingray, where you can enjoy the comfort and relaxed atmosphere before your underwater adventure begins. MC Stingrays wide build guarantees stability in the water, and provides an expansive dive deck in combination with a covered sun deck area to enjoy the ocean breeze. Sea Bees service on our day trip boats includes a personal water bottle ( free refill all day long ) and unlimited soft drinks. Of course you are also served lunch on board. Maximum Depth: 30 meters Visibility: 15–30 meters Skill Level: Intermediate (Advanced Open Water recommended) Underwater Profile: Outer reef with moderate to strong currents, sloping reefs, and pinnacles Highlights: Stunning coral gardens and frequent encounters with large pelagics like manta rays and barracudas Marine Life: Schools of tropical reef fish, occasional reef sharks, and large pelagic fish Items that are included in the price. - Transfer from and to your hotel in Khao Lak (between Bangsak Beach and Khao Lak Beach ) - Lunch - Fresh fruits - Coffee, Tea - Water and Soft Drinks Items that are not included in the price. - Transfers from areas outside central Khao Lak - Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on board after the last dive) - Similan National Park Fee per day (subject to change): - Diver: 700 Baht - Rental equipment (Full Set 750 Baht per day)

Our speedboat Haida will take you to the legendary Koh Bon in less than 2 hours. Upon arrival, you will board our newly renovated dive catamaran MC Stingray, where you can enjoy the comfort and relaxed atmosphere before your underwater adventure begins. MC Stingray’s wide build guarantees stability in the water and provides an expansive dive deck in combination with a covered sun deck area to enjoy the ocean breeze. Sea Bees service on our day trip boats includes a personal water bottle (free refill all day long) and unlimited soft drinks. Of course, lunch is also served on board. Maximum Depth: 30 meters Visibility: 15–30 meters Skill Level: Intermediate (Advanced Open Water recommended) Underwater Profile: Primarily outer reef with mild to moderate currents, slopes, and walls Highlights: Major cleaning station for large pelagics – often manta rays, tuna, and barracudas Marine Life: Schools of colorful reef fish, large predators, occasional sharks Items that are included in the price. - Transfer from and to your hotel in Khao Lak (between Bangsak Beach and Khao Lak Beach ) - Lunch - Fresh fruits - Coffee, Tea - Water and Soft Drinks Items that are not included in the price. - Transfers from areas outside central Khao Lak - Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on board after the last dive) - Similan National Park Fee per day (subject to change): - Diver: 700 Baht - Rental equipment (Full Set 750 Baht per day)

Our speedboat Haida will take you to the world-famous Similan Islands in less than 2 hours. Upon arrival, you will board our newly renovated dive catamaran MC Stingray, where you can enjoy the comfort and relaxed atmosphere before your underwater adventure begins. MC Stingray’s wide build guarantees stability in the water and provides an expansive dive deck in combination with a covered sun deck area to enjoy the ocean breeze. Sea Bees service on our day trip boats includes a personal water bottle (free refill all day long) and unlimited soft drinks. Of course, lunch is also served on board. Similan Island No 7 Maximum Depth: 30 meters Visibility: 15–30 meters Skill Level: Intermediate Underwater Profile: Granite boulder formations, moderate currents Highlights: Stunning coral formations, swim-throughs Marine Life: Reef fish, occasional reef sharks, small pelagic fish Similan Island No 8 Maximum Depth: 32 meters Visibility: 15–30 meters Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced Underwater Profile: Granite boulders, walls, and swim-throughs, moderate currents Highlights: Rich biodiversity, excellent macro life Marine Life: Reef fish, reef sharks, occasional larger pelagics Items that are included in the price. - Transfer from and to your hotel in Khao Lak (between Bangsak Beach and Khao Lak Beach ) - Lunch - Fresh fruits - Coffee, Tea - Water and Soft Drinks Items that are not included in the price. - Transfers from areas outside central Khao Lak - Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on board after the last dive) - Similan National Park Fee per day (subject to change): - Diver: 700 Baht - Rental equipment (Full Set 750 Baht per day)

Our speedboat Haida will take you to the world-famous Similan Islands in less than 2 hours. Upon arrival, you will board our newly renovated dive catamaran MC Stingray, where you can enjoy the comfort and relaxed atmosphere before your underwater adventure begins. MC Stingray’s wide build guarantees stability in the water and provides an expansive dive deck in combination with a covered sun deck area to enjoy the ocean breeze. Sea Bees service on our day trip boats includes a personal water bottle (free refill all day long) and unlimited soft drinks. Of course, lunch is also served on board. Similan Island No 8 Maximum Depth: 32 meters Visibility: 15–30 meters Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced Underwater Profile: Granite boulders, walls, and swim-throughs, moderate currents Highlights: Rich biodiversity, excellent macro life Marine Life: Reef fish, reef sharks, occasional larger pelagics Similan Island No 9 Maximum Depth: 30-35 meters Visibility: 15–30 meters Skill Level: Advanced (stronger currents possible) Underwater Profile: Steep walls, pinnacles, and swim-throughs Highlights: Popular for large pelagics and dramatic landscapes Marine Life: Reef fish, reef sharks, large pelagic fish, occasional manta rays Items that are included in the price. - Transfer from and to your hotel in Khao Lak (between Bangsak Beach and Khao Lak Beach ) - Lunch - Fresh fruits - Coffee, Tea - Water and Soft Drinks Items that are not included in the price. - Transfers from areas outside central Khao Lak - Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on board after the last dive) - Similan National Park Fee per day (subject to change): - Diver: 700 Baht - Rental equipment (Full Set 750 Baht per day)

In the SSI Basic Diver program, you will learn the skills and knowledge you need to try diving up to 12 meters deep with an SSI Professional. It is a great way to explore the underwater world more fully as you try diving. The entire Basic Diver program can be credited towards the Scuba Diver or Open Water Dive programs within 6 months, so you can take the next step in your dive adventure.

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification. We make three day courses and we have our own pool.

To join the SSI Instructor Training Course (ITC), you must be a certified Divemaster or hold an equivalent qualification. This comprehensive program is part of SSI’s 2-Step Instructor Training Approach. It begins with the Instructor Training Course combination, supported by immersive digital learning. After successfully completing the ITC, you will attend the Instructor Evaluation (IE) to become an SSI Open Water Instructor. As a certified instructor, you’ll be able to independently teach key SSI programs such as Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue, and Dive Guide. Need more time or want to gain hands-on experience before becoming a full instructor? You can take the Assistant Instructor portion as a standalone step. This allows you to assist with real student courses, build valuable teaching experience, and then complete the Instructor Evaluation at your own pace. The possibilities are endless – start your scuba diving instructor career now!